Orthodoxy
#94 // Why Do Protestants Convert? (ft. Brad Littlejohn)
Feb 12, 2024
Brad Littlejohn, founder of the Davenant Institute, discusses the reasons why young Protestants are converting to Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy. They explore the desire for doctrinal clarity and certainty, the allure of history and liberal arts, and the balance between rationality and mystery in faith.
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- Young Protestants convert to Catholicism seeking clarity and certainty in their faith.
- Understanding Protestant confessional heritage can provide clarity and rootedness to counter the appeal of Roman Catholicism.
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The quest for certainty and clarity in faith
Many young people are drawn to Roman Catholicism because they seek certainty and clarity in their faith. However, Protestantism also offers a solid theological foundation and confessional traditions that can provide clarity of doctrine. It is important for young people to explore and understand the confessional heritage within Protestantism before jumping to Rome.
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